October 5, 2012
Columbus Day is on Monday here in the US, so take the day off. On second thought, take the day off in nearly the same very spot where Columbus “discovered” the New World… the Bahamas! Yep, that’s where Columbus and his crew first landed on their first voyage. The Tiamo Resort & Spa on South Andros […]
October 2, 2012
One outstanding travel jacket. The brand new SeV Kelly Jacket by Scottevest in not only sporty, it has removable sleeves and 10 very cleverly designed pockets for holding (and hiding) more gear and gadgets than you could ever imagine. This lightweight jacket is made from a nylon/spandex blend which stretches in all ways, and because […]
October 2, 2012
Dreaming of an exotic luxurious African adventure? Between Zambia and Zimbabwe on the Zambezi River lies the ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ (translated as the “Cloud that Thunders”), more recently named by David Livingstone after Queen Victoria: Victoria Falls. And, there on the Zambian side lies the 5-plus star Royal Livingstone Hotel, an ideal base for whitewater rafting, canoeing, […]
September 25, 2012
Fresh juice while camping? Yep, if you happen to backpack and set-up camp near oranges or peaches or another juicy fruit of some sort, what better way to take advantage than to have a mini juicer right there in your pack, and that’s exactly what the folks at Umbra figured when they made the Sombrero […]
September 19, 2012
Sling backpacks are great for day packs. They distribute the weight across your body so that you don’t have as much pressure on your shoulders and back, which turns out to be a great relief if you’re having any back problems. And one of the best we’ve seen is this Helena by Overland Equipment. The […]
September 12, 2012
TrailblazerGirl hits the ice in summer? With clinics from freestyle ski jumping to extreme zip-lining to bobsledding to curling to speed skating to an exciting new adventure course… and all during the summer… the Utah Olympic Park has a collection of exciting outdoor activities that you just won’t find anywhere else. Located in gorgeous Park […]
September 10, 2012
Ready for a quick 120 day adventure along one of the longest hiking trails in the world? New Zealand’s Te Araroa Trail (Maori for “The Long Pathway”), is the Kiwi answer to the Appalachian Trail, spanning 1,980 miles. The trail opened in December of 2011 and guides hikers the length of the country along the […]
September 7, 2012
Coming October 27, 2012. The magically warm October waters of the Sea of Cortez are the perfect place to learn how to sea kayak. This week long adventure hosted by the folks at Adventure Women includes not only the round-trip airfare from Los Angeles to Baja but also your accommodations, transfers, meals, excursions, kayaking gear […]
September 6, 2012
Is you iPhone replacing your camera on your hikes? Well, you might as well do it right then with the Tiltpod Mobile by Gomite. This neat little portable tripod will hold your iPhone in position for your camera (as well as to watch videos or do video chats). It’s easy to take along since it […]
August 31, 2012
Coming on various dates in 2012/13. Ciclismo Classico, an award-winning cycling tour company based in Boston that has won Outside magazine and National Geographic trip-of-the-year awards. The Bike Across Italy tour is an 11-day coast-to-coast tour of Medieval towns, local cuisine and the lush regions of Le Marche, Emilia-Romagna, Umbria and Tuscany. It’s designed for […]
August 30, 2012
Arguably the world’s best travel hats, Tilley hats have a long history of solid construction and clever designs that have made them extremely popular with outdoors-women, including us. The TH8 Tilley Hemp Hat is another in that tradition. It is super comfortable, repels rain, won’t shrink, has an amazing UPF 50+ and has a secret […]
August 29, 2012
Coming in October & November, 2012. Surf Haven Camp is located on the island of Bali. Yes, that Bali, the exotic faraway island that brings to mind hidden waterfalls amidst luscious rainforest. And it’s here that Surf Haven Camp is offering their New Rejuvenation Retreat Weeks for women. Yes there are the spa treatments, but you’ll […]
August 22, 2012
A quick guide to every park… in your pocket. The Oh, Ranger! ParkFinder iPhone App by American Park Network is a mini-marvel. It’s super-easy user interface allows you to quickly find all the parks in your area (or wherever you’re going) with whatever services you want: from parks with bike trails to parks with fishing […]
August 17, 2012
One less set of batteries to worry about on our next camping trip. In fact, this alarm clock works on water. Yep, you read that right. Water. The Drop Bedol Water Alarm Clock converts ions in the water into clean energy power, and the built-in memory chip remembers the time so you don’t have to […]
July 19, 2012
Good evening Mrs. Bond. You will be stationed in Jamaica at the GoldenEye Hotel and Resort, the former residence of Sir Ian Fleming, where you will be in training for your next sanctioned mission. During your training, you will engage in fitness-focused experiences including lagoon rafting, stand-up paddle-boarding and core balance and strength training. As […]
July 18, 2012
Girlfriend Getaway! Coming August 19, 2012 (and other dates). The best spa in the US is in Austin, Texas? Well, the Lake Austin Spa Resort has received awards from prestigious national travel and spa magazines since its multi-million dollar renovation and expansion, including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel+Leisure, Allure, the Zagat Survey, Health, Garden Design, SpaFinder […]
July 17, 2012
Coming October 7-17, 2012. Adventures in Good Company has been leading incredible adventures for women since 1999, and on this 100th anniversary of the rediscovery of Machu Picchu, their 10-day Trekking to Machu Picchu getaway is the perfect mix of nourishment for mind and body. With experienced local guides, you’ll hike the Andes to Machu […]
July 13, 2012
Ride your luggage! Yep, you read that right. Ride you luggage. The Micro Luggage has an attached scooter embedded right into its body, so yes you can still pull it but you can also ride it. It still has a quality hard-shelled case with standard carry-on dimensions, but it can also be used as a […]
July 9, 2012
Relive your glories and design you own bag at the same time. The folks at Mile 22 can now create a personalized tote, duffle, backpack or messenger bag with memorabilia from your races (things like race bibs, t-shirts, time sheets, etc). You send them in, and the folks at Mile 22 stitch them together into […]
June 28, 2012
Coming August 18, 2012. British Columbia still retains so much of the wilderness that existed before the settlers, and the folks at Wild Earth Adventures are offering this wonderful Horses and Hotsprings adventure exclusively for women to explore this beautiful country. With trail riding, pristine wilderness camps, fine food and lodging, private boat charters and […]
June 27, 2012
Coming October 28, 2012. Venice, city of romance… and fitness? In what may be the most beautiful route of any marathon, you’ll begin in the surrounding countryside near the town of Stra, run into Venice and over a pontoon bridge built over the Grand Canal just for the event, pass through St. Mark’s Square and […]
June 26, 2012
Coming August 26-September 1, 2012. The name says it all. Cowgirl Camp. Cowgirl Camp by Wilderness Trails in Bayfield, Colorado is where you TrailblazerGirls can go to experience real ranch life. You’ll have your own horse for the week, work cattle, rope and… wait a minute… unwind with a personalized massage or spa treatment? This […]
June 22, 2012
Coming September 29, 2012. From Kenya, the land that’s given so many incredible long-distance runners, comes the Amazing Maasai Ultra Marathon. The run consists of either a 1-day 75km (46.6 mile) ultra marathon or a 42km (26 mile) marathon or a 21km (13 mile) half marathon race. The course, whichever you choose, will take you […]
June 21, 2012
Coming October 21, 2012. History is a lot more fun when you’re biking it, and the 9-day Civil War Bike Tour by folks at Wilderness Voyageurs combines the two to, ahem, form a more perfect union. You’ll definitely hit some of the most storied locations of the war, including Harper’s Ferry, Antietam and Gettysburg, with personal […]